Stay Free with Russell Brand Crack On: What Comes After Addiction, Chaos, and Collapse — SF671
Jan 19, 2026
In a compelling conversation, recovery advocate Joe McGann shares his inspiring journey through substance dependence, emphasizing the spiritual benefits of the 12-step program. Entrepreneur and recovering addict Dave Fields digs into the practicality of surrendering control, framing the act as a crucial step towards true freedom. The trio explores how addiction intersects with broader societal issues, underlining the importance of faith and community in recovery. They also discuss daily practices that help maintain sobriety and the profound impact of self-reflection in personal growth.
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Surrender As A Positional Change
- The Third Step reframes recovery as surrendering control, not a one-off miracle moment.
- Dave calls it a positional change: accept a new role as employee to a higher power rather than director of your life.
The Actor Allegory Explains Self-Will
- The 'actor' allegory exposes self-will as the root problem behind varied behaviours and motives.
- The Big Book argues you can't wrest lasting satisfaction from the world by merely managing life better.
Name The Two-Part Nature Of Addiction
- Recognize the physical and mental components of addiction: obsessive thinking and bodily cravings.
- Use that diagnosis to accept powerlessness and seek help rather than attempting lone control.
